2011 VOLVO V50 turn signal

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.275 General information
12-volt system with voltage controlled gener-
ator. Single wire system in which the chassis
and engine block are used as conductors,
grounded on the chassis.
Battery
Voltage12 V
Cold start capacity (CCA)700 AA
Reserve capacity (RC)135 min
Capacity (Ah)80
AModels equipped with the Premium Sound audio system,
the Volvo Navigation System and/or keyless drive.
If the battery must be replaced, replace it with
one with the same cold start capacity and
reserve capacity as the original (see the decal
on the battery).
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Bulbs used in the car
BulbOutputType
Low beam headlights (models with halogen headlights)55WH7
High beam headlights (models with halogen headlights)55WH9
High beam headlights (models with Active Bending Lights* only)55WH7
Brake lights, back-up lights, rear fog light21WP21W
Front turn signals (models with halogen only), rear turn signals21WPY21W

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Electrical system
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276* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
BulbOutputType
Front turn signals (models with Active Bending Lights*)24WPY24W
Rear parking lights, side marker lights (upper socket)5WP21/W5
Rear parking lights (lower socket)5WR5W
Footwell lighting, cargo compartment light, license plate lighting5WC5W
Vanity mirror1.2WFestoon
Front parking lights and side marker lights5WW5W
Front fog lights*35WH8
Glove compartment light3WFestoon
NOTE
For information regarding any other bulbs
not mentioned in this section, please con-
tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and
authorized Volvo service technician.

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Overview of information and warning symbols
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278* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
The symbols in the vehicle's various displays
are divided into three main categories:
•Warning symbols
•Indicator symbols
•Information symbols
The following tables list the most common
symbols, their Description and the pages in this
manual that provide more detailed information.
Warning symbol
The red warning symbol lights up to indi-
cate a problem related to safety and/or driva-
bility. A message will also appear in the main
instruments panel's display.
Information symbol
The yellow information symbol lights up
and a text message is displayed to provide the
driver with necessary information about one of
the vehicle's systems.
Symbols in the main instrument panel
Indicator and warning symbols
SymbolDescriptionPage
Warning56
Information56
Malfunction indi-
cator light58
Fault in the ABS
system58
Rear fog light58
Stability system
STC or DSTC*157
SymbolDescriptionPage
Fuel level warning
light58
Trailer turn signal
indicator59
Parking brake
applied59
SRS airbag sys-
tem59
Oil pressure warn-
ing light59
Seat belt reminder59

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Overview of information and warning symbols
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.279
SymbolDescriptionPage
Generator warn-
ing light59
Brake failure
warning light60
High beam indica-
tor54
Left turn signal54
Right turn signal54
Other information symbols
SymbolDescriptionPage
Rain sensor*74
Cruise control*71
Information symbols in the center
console display
SymbolDescriptionPage
G021216
Surround sound
(Premium Sound
only)244
HD radio248
Audio files254
CD folder254
Bluetooth-con-
nected cell phone258
BluetoothTM
hands-free
258
Information symbols in the ceiling
console
SymbolDescriptionPage
Seat belt reminder59
Occupant weight
sensor28

12 Index
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288
changing from summer to winter........ 175
designations....................................... 181
glossary of terms................................ 183
improving economy............................ 174
inflation............................................... 177
inflation pressure, checking................ 177
inflation pressure table, Canadian mod-
els.......................................................180
inflation pressure table, US models.... 179
load ratings......................................... 178
rotation............................................... 175
snow...................................................187
spare................................................... 188
spare tire (location)............................. 190
speed ratings...................................... 178
storing................................................. 175
studded............................................... 187
tire pressure monitoring system......... 199
tire sealing system.............................. 192
tread wear indicator............................ 176
uniform tire quality grading................. 186
winter driving...................................... 187
Tire sealing system.................................. 192
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 48
Towing a trailer........................................ 161
trailer hitch.......................................... 163Towing the vehicle................................... 158
Trailer hitch - detachable......................... 163
Trailer towing........................................... 161
Transmission
Geartronic........................................... 150
shiftlock override................................ 151
Tread wear indicator................................ 176
Treble....................................................... 244
Trip computer............................................ 69
Trips, long distance................................. 140
Turn signals............................................... 67
indicator lights...................................... 54
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................186
V
Vehicle dimensions.................................. 268
Vehicle Event Data..................................... 13
Vehicle loading........................................ 184
roof loads............................................ 164Vehicle maintenance................................ 212
performed by the owner.....................213
Vehicle towing.........................................158
Vehicle weights........................................ 269
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)......... 267
Volvo and the environment........................ 14
Volvo maintenance.................................. 212
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 280
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 76
Warning symbol......................................... 56
Warranties................................................ 212
Washer fluid..................................... 219, 271
Washer fluid reservoir......................216, 219
Water, driving through............................. 139
Weights.................................................... 269
Wheel nuts............................................... 189
Wheels.....................................................174
changing............................................. 197
storing................................................. 175
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)....... 34